Enemies Will Be Brought Down

O. T. #2202  "Enemies Will Be Brough Down"

May 30, 2022

Micah 7-Part 2

LET IT GLOW 

In verses 1-7, Micah spoke about watching in harsh times.  Then in verses 8-13, he speaks of waiting, waiting for things to get better. 

Then my enemies will see that the LORD is on my side. They will be ashamed that they taunted me, saying, "So where is the LORD-that God of yours?" With my own eyes I will see their downfall; they will be trampled like mud in the streets. (verse 10)

Micah knew his people were going to experience punishment for their sins-captivity by Assyria. Its purpose was to bring them back to God, not send them away. So it is with us. Eventually, after 70 years, Israel's enemies would witness the restoration of Israel and no longer taunt her. Assyria was conquered by Babylon, who captured Judah, also. Later on, Persia took over both of them. Jerusalem was rebuilt. A faithful remnant remained to do all of the rebuilding. How God blessed and protected them!

So if you have those who taunt you because of your faith in Jesus, let the wind blow. One day they will bow before our King Jesus and declare Him as Savior. We must keep on keeping on, friend.

LET IT GROW

Looking to the future, Micah gave hope through the future of Israel:

• their cities being rebuilt, which we read about in Nehemiah;
• their borders would be extended;
• people would come there from many lands of Egypt and Assyria;
• Israel would be honored. 

God will ultimately triumph one day. When Jesus returns as King, the Temple will be restored, people will go up to the mountain to worship the Savior, His laws will be obeyed, and there will be peace. (chapter 4)

 

In the meantime, look up, for our Redemption draweth nigh. 

Jesus said in Matthew 24:13, But he that shall endure unto the end the same shall be saved. 

Is our house in order? Are we ready to meet Jesus in the air?

 LET IT GO 

Can you sing, It is well, with my soul?

Is Jesus the anchor for our soul?